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Fans went wild when Sahibzada Farhan defeated Dasun Shanaka but Pakistan’s dream of semi-final in T20 World Cup 2026 ended

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Pakistan signed from ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 with a dramatic five-run win Sri Lanka in their Super 8 Group 2 encounter at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium. While the contest itself remained exciting till the last over, the result brought mixed emotions for the Men in Green.

Despite successfully defending 212 runs and achieving a hard-fought victory, Pakistan’s campaign ended. To overtake New Zealand on net run rate and qualify for the semi-finals, they had to restrict Sri Lanka to 147 or less. Falling well short of that margin meant their journey in the tournament ended, and new zealand Reached the final four.

Sahibzada Farhan and Fakhar Zaman gave a great start

After Sri Lanka’s decision to bowl first, Pakistan’s opening pair came out with aggressive intentions. Sahebzada Farhan He once again proved why he is one of the standout batsmen of the tournament by scoring a brilliant 100 off 60 balls. His innings included nine crushing fours and five skyscraper sixes, which strengthened Pakistan’s attack.

at the other extreme, Fakhar Zaman He played a very aggressive role and scored 84 runs in 42 balls with the help of nine fours and four sixes. Their opening partnership of 176 runs put Sri Lanka on the backfoot and laid the foundation for a huge score.

However, once the breakthrough came, Sri Lanka clawed its way back. Dilshan Madushanka Impressed by taking 3 wickets for 33 runs while captain Dasun Shanaka Took two wickets to stop the late surge. Pakistan eventually finished with 212 for 8 – a strong score, but one that came with added pressure due to the qualification equation.

Dasun Shanaka’s heroics almost spoil the script

Sri Lanka started the chase with useful contributions kamil mishara And charit asalanka. Pawan RathnayakeThe innings of 58 off 37 balls kept the required rate manageable, setting the stage for a late attack.

Shanaka then revived hopes of a miraculous chase by scoring a brilliant innings of 76 runs in just 31 balls with the help of eight sixes in a breathtaking display of power-hitting. For a moment it seemed that Sri Lanka might achieve an unforgettable victory.

Pakistan’s bowlers stood firm when it mattered most. Abrar Ahmed Delivered an extraordinary spell of 3 wickets for 23 runs, making crucial breaks in the middle overs. Shaheen Afridi And Naseem Shah Sri Lanka scored 207 runs for 6 wickets by taking important wickets.

A consolation win as New Zealand reach the semi-finals.

In the end, Pakistan won the match by five runs, but the celebrations were subdued. The victory was only a consolation, as Sri Lanka’s total easily crossed the 147-run mark that Pakistan desperately needed.

With this, Pakistan were eliminated from the tournament despite a fighting performance, while D confirmed their place in the semi-finals. Farhan was named Player of the Match for his brilliant century – an innings that deserved bigger rewards, but ultimately could not turn Pakistan’s fortunes in the competition.

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